When it comes to vintage clothing and accessories, it seems that they never really go out of style. In every new designer collection you will see pieces that are inspired from decades of past designer creations. Some people cruise the second-hand clothing stores to find that perfect item to add to their wardrobe, but now on websites like www.vivienofholloway.com you can find men’s and women’s clothing and accessories to satisfy the lover of everything vintage.
For the men – who we are focusing on for the purposes of this review – a button-down shirt is an essential part of any wardrobe. Aside from the dress shirt, you also need a few that are more casual that you can wear with a pair of jeans or even cargo shorts and sneakers. At Vivien of Holloway, you will see a collection of patterns that have their roots in the past: buffalo plaids, checks, and stripes.
One of my favorites is the Men’s Long Sleeve Nougat Shirt. It is fashioned in what is called the “rockabilly cut”, which has a rolled collar with a loop detail at the neckline, a larger breast pocket, and buttoned cuffs. The wash and wear fabric is done in smaller check plaid that has a nice neutral beige and ivory design, which will go back to many colors of trousers and jackets in your wardrobe like olive and brown. I also like the detail of the larger mother of pearl-like buttons. Whether you are headed to work or out to play, for 55 Euros, this style will work for you.
As the weather warms ups, every man also needs a short sleeve button-down to round out his closet. Another one of the vintage patterns that you will find in the short sleeve men’s collection at Vivien is the Gingham Check. It is a pattern that reminds you of summer because of the crisp contrast between the dark navy and white tones. This particular shirt has the same great construction details of the long sleeve and with the pleated sleeves and yolk, thus adding more comfort to movement during your leisure activities.
All of the men’s and women’s clothing at Vivien of Holloway are made in London England and they offer free shipping for all orders over 150 Euros, so if reproduction vintage is your thing, you should check them out!
